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Rurouni Kenshin

Tales of the Meiji

1997 · 32 episodes

Episodes

  1. 1The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love14 Oct 1997 · 25mBack at home, Kaoru works to restore the dilapidated dojo, while Kenshin encounters a wise old fisherman who teaches him an important lesson about love.
  2. 2The Birth of Prince Yahiko? An Elegant Debut into Society28 Oct 1997 · 25mAfter stepping in to stop what appears to be a robbery, Kenshin and Kaoru meet a young prince who looks exactly like Yahiko.
  3. 3Find the Lost Treasure! The Great Detective Dog Notaro4 Nov 1997 · 25mSanosuke adopts a stray dog, unaware that it holds the key to a criminal gang's plot to blackmail some local officials and gain political control. And when the gang finally tracks him down, Kenshin and Yahiko join Sanosuke to foil their plan.
  4. 4Kaoru Ecstatic! Kenshin's Proposal?11 Nov 1997 · 25mAfter Kenshin finds a ring inside a catfish, he's persuaded to give it to Kaoru. Thinking it's an engagement ring, Kaoru is sure that he's asking her to get married.
  5. 5Gleaming Blade of Legends! The Mystic Swordsman Shougo Amakusa18 Nov 1997 · 25mAlerted by Misao, Kenshin and the rest of the Peace Force arrive to help Aoshi find a mysterious killer. Kenshin's investigation uncovers evidence linking the killing to a Christian Samurai and of vengeance that's been foretold.
  6. 6The Medallion of Destiny: The First Meeting of Sanosuke and Sayo25 Nov 1997 · 25mIn an effort to prevent more revenge killings, Kenshin must take on Shogo Amakusa, the Christian warrior known as God's Child.
  7. 7To the Battlefield of Shimabara: The Moment of Decisive Battle2 Dec 1997 · 25mAs Kenshin prepares to honor his promise to stop Shogo Amakusa, he and Sanosuke uncover a secret church that was built when Christian worshipers were forced underground.
  8. 8Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen! Kenshin Sent into Darkness9 Dec 1997 · 25mWhen neither Kaoru nor Kenshin can persuade Shogo Amakusa to abandon his plan to advance the Christian cause through violence, the stage for battle is set.
  9. 9The Conspiracy of Kaiou: Shougo Caught in a Trap16 Dec 1997 · 25mThough blinded by his duel with Shogo Amakusa, Kenshin seeks another battle in hopes it will restore his sight.
  10. 10Days of Remorse: The Sad Past of Shougo and Sayo6 Jan 1998 · 25mAlong with the story of his parent's martyrdom, Misao uncovers the truth behind the alleged miracles that deified Shogo Amarusa.
  11. 11The Sneering Demon: Shouzo and Karyu Scattered in the Explosive Flames13 Jan 1998 · 25mSir Kaioh unveils his plan to use Shogo Amarusa's loyal followers to overthrow the government and control Japan himself.
  12. 12Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the Two20 Jan 1998 · 25mAs Kenshin tries to stop the slaughter of the Christians as they march towards martyrdom, Sanosuke is unable to avert the death of Shogo's terminally ill sister.
  13. 13The Last Crusade: Two Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki Crash!27 Jan 1998 · 25mAs Misao and the Dutch consul ask the Army delay to their attack, the sightless Kenshin pressures Shogo to prevent the martyrdom of his followers.
  14. 14Bon Voyage3 Feb 1998 · 25mFollowing Shogo's surrender, Kenshin asks the government not to execute him. As a result, he and his followers are sent into exile in Holland.
  15. 15Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?10 Feb 1998 · 25mWhen the Peace Force comes across a man posing as Kenshin, everyone else wants the impostor exposed. But Kenshin notes that he's been using his profits to care for a group of orphans.
  16. 16Crush!17 Feb 1998 · 25mWhen Kenshin accidentally loses all their money, the Peace Force must go to work at an inn in order to pay their bill.
  17. 17Kaishu Katsu and Kenshin: The Destiny of Two Men Who Survived the Revolution24 Feb 1998 · 25mKaoru offers to take on a scholarly young student who's been expelled by his teacher until he learns how to fight.
  18. 18The Unending Revolution: A Destiny Forced Upon Kaishu3 Mar 1998 · 25mAs Kaoru continues her training of Daigoro, Kenshin is warned to steer clear of the young man's teacher, Kaishu Katsu.
  19. 19Conspiracy of the Beni-aoi: The Living Ghost of the Revolution Targets Kaishu!10 Mar 1998 · 25mDespite Kaishu's determination to free his daughter on his own, Kenshin joins the Peace Force and Daigoro for a rescue.
  20. 20Kaishu Katsu's Determination: The Truth that Lived Through the Times14 Apr 1998 · 25mThough Daigoro is wounded in the battle, Kenshin and company free Itsuko.
  21. 21Yutaro Returns: The Conspiracy of the Shadow Swordsmen21 Apr 1998 · 25mWith his arm nearly healed, Yutaro and his doctor arrive for a visit at the dojo.
  22. 22The Sanada Ninja Squad and the Elixir: Misanagi's Driving Quest5 May 1998 · 25mWhen a letter from Dr. Hans reveals the story of the miraculous medicine, Yutaro joins the Peace Force in an effort to find it.
  23. 23A Straying Journey: The Trap of the Divine Crossing!19 May 1998 · 25mUsing the clues left behind by Dr. Hans, Kenshin and company are led to the hidden shrine that holds the key to the miracle cure.
  24. 24A Heat Wave from Beneath the Earth: The Three Sanada Demons!26 May 1998 · 25mAfter surviving a fall into a volcano, the Peace Force comes across an injured Sanada Ninja who offers to help battle his former allies.
  25. 25Schneider's Bet: The Collapse of the Black Knights!2 Jun 1998 · 25mAfter their search leads them to the hidden cure, the leader of the Black Knights makes it clear that he has no intention of honoring his promise to cede control of Japan to the Sanada Ninjas.
  26. 26The Two Guides: Yahiko and Yutaro's Eternal Vow9 Jun 1998 · 25mAs he faces off against the Black Knight's leader, Kenshin must rely on his brains and not his sword to win the battle.
  27. 27To My Angel Misao: A Fetching from Kyoto16 Jun 1998 · 25mAs Aoshi arrives to bring her home, Misao joins Kaoru and some friends for a final shopping spree. However, Sanosuke and Yahiko's efforts to keep an eye on the women lead to them to be mistaken for a pair of thieves.
  28. 28Feng Shui, Surprise Attack! The Mystery of the Pentagram Spread!23 Jun 1998 · 25mFollowing a series of accidents in town, a master of feng shui blames an imbalance in the Ki, a force which keeps all of nature's other forces in balance.
  29. 29The Magic of Feng Shui: Kamiya Dojo is Targeted!21 Jul 1998 · 25mAs Kenshin learns of a battle between the Wind and Water families for control of the Ki, efforts to build a railroad are exposed as a Water clan plot to control Japan.
  30. 30Tokyo Under Martial Law! The Deadly Ryu Myaku4 Aug 1998 · 25mThe Water family's efforts to gain control of the Ki have left Kaoru seriously wounded.
  31. 31The Enemy Awaits in Senjo Gahara: In Search of the Jade Crest18 Aug 1998 · 25mWith help from the Wind family's leader, Kenshin saves Kaoru's life. But the Water family's quest to redirect the Ki and gain control of Japan moves ahead as planned.
  32. 32The Elegy of Wind and Water: A Last Desperate Effort!8 Sept 1998 · 25mWith Kenshin's help, the Wind family derails their rival's plan to redirect the flow of the Ki and ends their effort to dominate Japan.